I think everyone should experiencing eating in Italy in their life, even if just once. The Italians understand pleasure and they understand food – and more over, there is awesome produce readily available in which to create delectable delights. Last…
Lightest backpack ever
I don’t think I told you the results of my packing efforts 13 days ago. A new record has been set! I am very pleased to report that my backpack weighed in at just 15.7kg. Whilst 15.7kg may still seem…
Italian supermarkets
Oh how I LOVE Italian supermarkets! Most of them (not all mind you), have the most fantastic produce, delis, and butchers. Supermarket shopping when I travel is something I love to do. It gives a real insight into the sorts…
Assisi, Umbria
A reluctant brother-in-law Ben conceded to a majority ruling of visiting Assisi, the Umbrian town made famous by it’s patron saint, St Francis of Assisi. Ben was reluctant because Assist is a 1.5 hour drive from our Umbrian palace Lagoscello and…
Bolsena, Lazio (near Umbria)
Bolsena is an ancient hill top medieval town that dates back hundreds of years. According to Wikipedia, records for Bolsena Lake – which is a huge crater filled with water – date back to 105 AD. From our Umbrian palace…